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Everything you need to know about living your best post-op bariatric surgery life.

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16 Problems to Watch For After Bariatric Surgery - Part 1

There are many situations that may arise after having a bariatric weight loss surgery procedure ñ even long after the initial healing. Itís important to be well informed so you recognize and handle these scenarios if or when they occur. Here are the first 9.
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IS the Struggle Real?

I hear a lot of folks say that the 'The Struggle is Real' but seriously... how real is the post op struggle? IS the Struggle Real?
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FAQ: Can I add fruit to Inspire shakes while on the Inspire Diet?

I get bored with the same thing all the time. Can I add fruit to my Inspire shakes when I am on the Inspire Diet?
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FAQ: But My Nutritionist Said I Could Take Flintstones Vitamins?

What's wrong with taking Children's Vitamins?

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FAQ: Why don't you post recipe nutritional stats?

WHY DON'T YOU PUBLISH NUTRITION INFORMATION OR SERVING SIZES WITH YOUR RECIPES?

We believe that barring specific medical advice to the contrary, if you're eating whole healthy foods that include a variety of lean meats, fish, eggs, vegetables, fruits, low-fat dairy and healthy fats and oils, you probably don't need to stress about the numbers - the POUCH handles portion and volume.

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FAQ: When can I have coffee? Anyone else told no coffee?

When can I have coffee? Anyone else told no coffee?

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FAQ: I'm 'released' to eat Puree after my Bariatric Surgery, what can I have?

I just had my first post op check up and they released me to eat Pureés, what about scrambled eggs?

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FAQ: Can I take my protein powder on a flight?

What do we do about taking protein powder on a flight? Cruise? Out of the country?

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How to Read a Label - Natural Sugar versus Added Sugar

"My doctors office told me to get sugar free yogurt, but all the yogurt has sugar, even the plain kind!"

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FAQ: Can I receive Communion after bariatric surgery?

Many members of faith do not want to sit out when it is time for Communion but are concerned that they cannot physically handle the wafer or wine. We have the definitive answer for you.

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FAQ: What does everybody mix with their Inspire protein powder?

As for liquid of choice. It is completely up to your preference and what your intentions are for weight loss. This is about being Mindful of Calories but you have to LIKE the taste too.

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FAQ: Why can't I talk about other brands of protein drinks?

I didn't say anything bad, I was just trying to find out who else drinks the protein I buy at Walmart. I thought this was a Support Group!

Bariatric Recipes Advice, Rants & Support Podcast: Real Talk